http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/ WOSU News en-us Wed, 10 Feb 2010 02:19:24 GMT Public Interactive newsroom.NewsPodcast via Rome 30 meyer.26@osu.edu no WOSU Podcast Feed http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1610303.html One year ago, Kevin Kuwik of Columbus was in his hometown of Buffalo for his younger brother's wedding on Valentine's Day. wosu Tue, 09 Feb 2010 23:42:50 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no One year ago, Kevin Kuwik of Columbus was in his hometown of Buffalo for his younger brother's wedding on Valentine's Day. OSU Coach Works to Boost Safety on Regional Flights meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1610266.html A heavy snowstorm blankets central Ohio causing delays and cancellations. wosu Tue, 09 Feb 2010 22:08:23 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no A heavy snowstorm blankets central Ohio causing delays and cancellations. Heavy Snowstorm Causes Delays for Schools and the Airport meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1610215.html As the snow continues to fall, local and state plows are out trying to clear the roads. WOSU spoke with the Ohio Department of Transportation to find out what they're doing in the Central Ohio area. wosu Tue, 09 Feb 2010 20:35:09 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no As the snow continues to fall, local and state plows are out trying to clear the roads. WOSU spoke with the Ohio Department of Transportation to find out what they're doing in the Central Ohio area. 120 O-DOT Plows On Central Ohio Roadways meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1610208.html While most Columbus-area schools closed this morning, Columbus City Schools remained open. But as snow continued fall throughout morning, the city's largest school system decided to let most of its students go home early. wosu Tue, 09 Feb 2010 20:25:32 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no While most Columbus-area schools closed this morning, Columbus City Schools remained open. But as snow continued fall throughout morning, the city's largest school system decided to let most of its students go home early. Columbus City Schools Opened Then Dismissed Early meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1609816.html Frigid winter weather is forcing some low-income Ohioans to choose between adequate heat and other necessities. But federal assistance is helping thousands of people in Franklin County stay warm this winter. It's called HEAP and it helps pay for heat in winter and cooling in the summer. wosu Mon, 08 Feb 2010 23:54:13 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no Frigid winter weather is forcing some low-income Ohioans to choose between adequate heat and other necessities. But federal assistance is helping thousands of people in Franklin County stay warm this winter. It's called HEAP and it helps pay for HEAP Helps Low Income Ohioans Stay Warm meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1609726.html Columbus City Schools says it has won a national grant to boost student achievement at schools on the west and northeast sides. wosu Mon, 08 Feb 2010 11:43:36 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no Columbus City Schools says it has won a national grant to boost student achievement at schools on the west and northeast sides. Columbus City Schools Receives $1.25 Million Grant To Boost Achievement meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1609762.html Ohio Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy turned in the necessary paperwork Monday to run for reelection. WOSU talked with the Democrat and her opponent about some of this year's campaigns key points. wosu Mon, 08 Feb 2010 22:30:25 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no Ohio Congresswoman Mary Jo Kilroy turned in the necessary paperwork Monday to run for reelection. WOSU talked with the Democrat and her opponent about some of this year's campaigns key points. 15th District Congresswoman Files For Reelection meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1609397.html Ohio transportation officials say $400 million in federal stimulus money for a new passenger train service is on the way. wosu Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:14:32 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no Ohio transportation officials say $400 million in federal stimulus money for a new passenger train service is on the way. Federal Rail Money Needs Bi-Partisan Ohio Approval. meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1608961.html Penn National Gaming says that it has completed the purchase of the Delphi automotive parts plant on the west side of Columbus. Eric Schippers, senior vice president for public affairs, says the company wants to build a $400 million casino on the brownfield site as quickly as possible. wosu Fri, 05 Feb 2010 21:47:51 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no Penn National Gaming says that it has completed the purchase of the Delphi automotive parts plant on the west side of Columbus. Eric Schippers, senior vice president for public affairs, says the company wants to build a $400 million casino on the Penn National Buys Delphi Site meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1608946.html Ohio State University Board of Trustees announced the school's new chief financial officer Friday afternoon. The job of CFO now pays considerably more than it did. wosu Fri, 05 Feb 2010 21:25:50 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no Ohio State University Board of Trustees announced the school's new chief financial officer Friday afternoon. The job of CFO now pays considerably more than it did. Ohio State Names New Chief Financial Officer; $625,000 Salary meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1608486.html The Ohio State University Board of Trustees today is expected to consider a proposed increase in the price of football tickets. No action is expected on tuition rates. wosu Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:13:33 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no The Ohio State University Board of Trustees today is expected to consider a proposed increase in the price of football tickets. No action is expected on tuition rates. OSU Trustees Take Up Financial Proposals. meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1608501.html The possibility of losing the Blue Jackets to another city has inspired some grassroots fervor in Columbus. And at a rally last night, members of a new group "Forward Together" worked to drum up support for their cause. wosu Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:53:01 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no The possibility of losing the Blue Jackets to another city has inspired some grassroots fervor in Columbus. And at a rally last night, members of a new group "Forward Together" worked to drum up support for their cause. Grassroots Group Wants To Keep Blue Jackets In Columbus meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1608303.html The Columbus Blue Jackets hockey team says it continues to lose money even as a private negotiator works to secure a long-term Columbus future for the team. On the ice, the Blue Jackets will face Dallas Thursday night with a new head coach. wosu Thu, 04 Feb 2010 19:33:19 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no The Columbus Blue Jackets hockey team says it continues to lose money even as a private negotiator works to secure a long-term Columbus future for the team. On the ice, the Blue Jackets will face Dallas Thursday night with a new head coach. Red Ink, Coaching Change Have Impact On Blue Jackets meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1607913.html Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland has rejected clemency for a condemned killer facing execution Thursday for killing two store clerks in a 1994 slaying that copied a movie's killings. wosu Wed, 03 Feb 2010 22:42:33 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland has rejected clemency for a condemned killer facing execution Thursday for killing two store clerks in a 1994 slaying that copied a movie's killings. Governor: No Mercy for Ohio Inmate Who Killed Two meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1607911.html A new report says inaction by the former head of Ohio's public safety department allowed thousands of illegal immigrants to register cars and get license plates. wosu Wed, 03 Feb 2010 22:39:23 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no A new report says inaction by the former head of Ohio's public safety department allowed thousands of illegal immigrants to register cars and get license plates. Report: Inaction Allows Thousands to Register Cars Illegally meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1607890.html The Columbus Blue Jackets have fired head coach Ken Hitchcock. After leading the team to its first every playoff appearance last season, Hitchcock and the Blue Jackets have struggled this season - going 22 - 26 and 9. wosu Wed, 03 Feb 2010 22:06:39 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no The Columbus Blue Jackets have fired head coach Ken Hitchcock. After leading the team to its first every playoff appearance last season, Hitchcock and the Blue Jackets have struggled this season - going 22 - 26 and 9. Blue Jackets Fire Coach meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1607571.html Ohio lawmakers have reached a decision on the best amount to ask voters to approve for one of the state's most reliable job creation engines, known as the Third Frontier Program. wosu Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:05:43 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no Ohio lawmakers have reached a decision on the best amount to ask voters to approve for one of the state's most reliable job creation engines, known as the Third Frontier Program. Legislative Vote Expected Today On Ohio Jobs Program. meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1607340.html A study out today indicates hunger in Ohio has increased by double-digits in recent years. wosu Tue, 02 Feb 2010 23:20:19 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no A study out today indicates hunger in Ohio has increased by double-digits in recent years. New Study Shows Alarming Increases in Hungry Families in Central Ohio meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1607333.html In the wake of the earthquake in Haiti the local Catholic community is stepping up to aid both local parish members as well as victims in Haiti. wosu Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:23:14 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no In the wake of the earthquake in Haiti the local Catholic community is stepping up to aid both local parish members as well as victims in Haiti. Local Catholics Travel to Haiti to Aid in Relief Efforts meyer.26@osu.edu http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wosu/news/content/1607010.html School districts are warning of dire consequences if voters reject tax issues in special elections around Ohio. wosu Tue, 02 Feb 2010 12:12:40 GMT meyer.26@osu.edu no School districts are warning of dire consequences if voters reject tax issues in special elections around Ohio. Some Ohio School Districts Seek Voter Approval Today. meyer.26@osu.edu